Oakland Mayor Faces Recall Amid Crime and Homelessness Crisis
Residents demand change as city grapples with rising crime, homelessness, and fiscal challenges.
- Mayor Sheng Thao's home was raided by the FBI, adding to the turmoil.
- A recall election is set for November after a petition gathered over 25,000 signatures.
- Critics blame Thao for firing the police chief and worsening public safety.
- Homelessness has surged, with over 1,500 encampments still present.
- Business closures and economic instability plague the city post-pandemic.